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    Lyla Lila

    4.4 (342 reviews)
    PriceyItalian
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Choppys paradise
    Brionna R.

    recently hosted a baby shower for my coworker at Lyla Lila, and it was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The food was incredible -- the lamb skewers were hands down the highlight of the meal. Perfectly seasoned, tender, and cooked to perfection. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The service was just as impressive. The staff was attentive, kind, and made sure our group felt celebrated and well taken care of throughout the entire event. They were organized, accommodating, and truly helped make the baby shower feel special. If you're looking for a place with amazing food and exceptional service -- whether for dinner or a special event -- I highly recommend Lyla Lila. We couldn't have chosen a better spot to celebrate. m

    Crispy Duck Lasagna
    Stella F.

    I came on a Friday night for a friend's bday dinner. They don't accommodate large groups in the front room so we were in the back area which was less aesthetically pleasing but more intimate. The menu has a wide array of pasta dishes. They were sold out of a couple of dishes by the time of our late (10PM) reservation. I was between the ravioli and the duck lasagna. I went for the lasagna and it was a disappointment for me. It tasted a bit burnt and I could appreciate the duck flavor. The carrot garnish was also a bit flavorless. The other girls I dined with really enjoyed their dishes and the service was good so that's why I stop gave 4 stars. The cocktails were also good and reasonably priced. We ubered so I can't speak on parking but it's midtown/downtown so do with that what you will.

    Amanda H.

    I can't believe I've lived in Atlanta for almost 10 years and have just now tried Lyla Lila. It has soared to the top of my favorites list! My sister and I did the pasta tasting menu which I definitely recommend. The service was wonderful and the vibes were great. I'm still dreaming about the tiramisu. I will definitely be back!

    Snapper wrapped in Zuchini
    Chirag M.

    This is one of my favorite spots in Atlanta! I've come here about 5 times in the past 4 months, tried most of the menu and I have been disappointed by a single dish. Cocktails - I love the duckfat washed bourbon old fashioned. MVP's for food were the peach burrata (which is a summer special), the scallops, and the cod wrapped in zucchini. I also love the kale salad if you're looking for some greens. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu

    Snapper in squash
    Arielle S.

    Ok ADORE. Elegant interior, incredible service, wide selection of dishes, beautiful drinks. Big fan! We began with the smoked scallops - perf light starter. They give you a good amount too. My main was the snapper in squash. It's a massive portion of fish, over a cream-based sauce and wrapped in a light layer of shaved squash. Would recommend both.

    Kina A.

    Such a great dinner!!! The food is fresh and the chef is so creative with all the flavor profiles even down to the salads! We love that we could do a small portion of the pasta so that we could try a couple of them!

    Cacio e Pepe, Squid Ink Spaghetti, cavatelli

    Went here for my Birthday. Long story short - amazing food, terrible service. We started with cocktails and the snapper crudo - very delicious. Pastas were incredible and I loved that you could do the 60% portion size. However, service was so bad. The server was stopping by the tables next to us nonstop and never came to us. we also constantly ran out of water. No recollection of my birthday besides when she first sat us down. It wasn't special and I thought it might be because this restaurant is so nice. I will say food is amazing, I just feel the server profiled us as younger people who might not be spending as much money as the people around us, so she gave them much more attention. Disappointing, as we were planning on doing more but it wasn't worth it after the service.

    Crispy Duck Lasagna
    Amanda S.

    Great spot for a fun date night or to hang out with friends! Parking can be a nightmare if you don't have a go to deck/street to use since they don't really have designated parking (the two lots suggested on the site are pretty expensive). Ubering is also a pretty decent idea especially if there's an event at fox. The inside of the restaurant is super nice and deceptively large, with a few dining rooms. Our service was great too and everything came out very quickly. We started with the ciabatta bread with their homemade spiced butter. It was absolutely amazing and will definitely be getting it every time I go! We then had our own pasta tour with 4 plates of pasta since they can do 60% of most pasta dishes at 60% of the price. I think 3 would have been the perfect amount, but it was nice having more variety to try. 1. Wagyu beef truffle ravioli - the BEST! I loved their truffle sauce and the beef was super tender 2. Duck lasagna - super tasty and came with a side of carrots. 3. Squid ink pasta - usually not a fan but the one at Lyla Lila is so good! Loved the addition of nduja and garlic butter breadcrumbs. 4. Cavatelli - pretty disappointing and why Lyla doesn't get 5 stars for me. This was my fiances top choice when looking at the menu and he was sooo glad we ended up sharing pasta instead of getting our own haha I'll definitely be back to get the ravioli again and to try some of their other dishes!

    Chocolate-Salted Caramel gelati
    Bob S.

    Lyla Lila is a destination for tasty, creative Italian food. The restaurant's Midtown location has been open for five years. Chef-partner Craig Richards has a deep resume in food business, but this is his first as owner. Unlike many Italian restaurants, the décor of the two dining rooms is artsy and beautiful. We started with the Buffalo Mozzarella, that is served with squash, beets and black truffle vinaigrette. Yum! The Crispy Artichokes are shaped into roses, crunchy on the outside with a buttery center. It was sensational. Never had artichokes served that way. The menu, as expected is heavy on pasta, but they give you the option of a full serving or half portion (which is actually about 60% of the full). For entrees, I selected the multilayered Crispy Duck Lasagna, which is the #1 pasta order by Yelp reviewers. It was exquisite. But the highlights of our meal were Cappelletti Ravioli and the Cavatelli. Rich, authentic tastes. Save room for the desserts. We ordered the Meyer Lemon Cheesecake, Chocolate Mouse Cake and some Chocolate-Salted Caramel gelati. The desert course almost topped the entrees. The restaurant has an extensive wine selection, but also a full bar. Most of their liquors are small batch regional producers, so keep that in mind. Cecil, our server, has worked there for a year and was super helpful and attentive. Make sure to ask for him.

    Jessie Y.

    Their drinks are pretty good, we got three of them to start with. Love that you can do half size portions of the pasta so i got the duck lasagna and another dish. Pasta was pretty good, and for dessert I got the affogato which was sooo strong in a good way. Parking was hassle to find but that's just everywhere in this area.

    Squid Ink Spaghetti  and my husband had the Crispy Duck Lasagna.
    Jessica R.

    My husband and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary here. The vibe was so great! The bar was very cool and the atmosphere was very calm and inviting. Our waitress Emily took such great care of us. She gave us complementary champagne because it was our anniversary and we were so surprised! She was very informative and had great feedback about all of the dishes. We were unsure about what to order because everything sounded so yummy and Emily said we could do half portions! The food was absolutely insane. We ordered Wagyu ravioli, Duck Lasagna, Squid Ink Pasta, and Sweet Potato Ravioli and every dish was perfect. The drinks were amazing and dessert was fantastic as well. We cannot wait to come back

    Danielle M.

    Not sure if I've been living under a rock but Lyla Lila is so under hyped. Not to sound extreme but this may have been the best pasta I've had ...in my life? Our experience from beginning to end was 10/10! We weren't particularly excited about any of the apps but pro tip: you can order any of the pasta dishes as an appetizer portion. We settled on the duck lasagna, wagyu ravioli, and the cavatelli. Words can't describe how delicious this meal was!! I was most excited about the duck lasagna but wow the wagyu ravioli and cavatelli are a must order!! The flavor of these are so unique and delicious. It's crazy bc the lasagna was so good you may think it can't get better this...but at Lyla Lila it does! The ambience is like sophisticated mid-century modern. Perfect for date night! The staff was also incredible! Lauren and Ashley were great but it was Justin who made our experience so memorable. He made us feel like family and stopped in to check on my friend and I and ended up finding out it was my birthday. He brought out a birthday tiramasu and I just felt so special. Wonderful from beginning to end - can't wait to come back!

    Yummiest wine!!
    Tracey M.

    Everything was amazing! 2nd time here! Chamblee remembered me from my first visit last month! Eric from CT & JJ were great serving my needs. Clientele are cool and kind. Here on business after a long election night and everyone here is leading with love. The food is on point. The people are kind, "real" and loving. If I lived closer I'd be here so much more frequently!! I tried the broccoli fennel salad and it was out of this world!

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    This is a wonderful place . The food is excellent and the staff fantastic. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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    Delicious food, great drinks, and lovely ambience. The seasonal menu is unique and has a lot of good choices.

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    Ask the Community - Lyla Lila

    When do reservations open up? I see they only open, it looks like, a month out, day by day-? Is that at midnight the night before or something? Thanks!

    Hello! Our reservations open up 30 days in advance at midnight.

    Is there a bar area that is first come first serve with seating other than bar stools? Meaning is the bar area handicap accessible? Thanks!

    Is there parking or valet?

    There is free on-site parking.

    Does this restaurant have outdoor dining?

    yes it does but not sure they seat there all the time

    Where is the phone number and operating hours? That's basic business fyi...

    +1 (404) 963-2637 (from apple maps); they open at 5pm (bc we had ressies at 5). i'm sure their closing time vary based on the days of the week.

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    La Grotta Ristorante Italiano

    4.4
    (476 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    This place is everything I didn't expect. My wife made the reservation. All I was told is it's…read moreItalian and dress legit nice. Suit and tie level nice. We show up and I think we are in the wrong place. Valet directs us to the elevator and down we go. When we get out, it's like we went back 30 years to a restaurant in an Italian section of New York. It's amazing. Place looked like we time warped in all the best ways. It looked like it was straight outta a Sopranos episode. Staff is dressed to the nines. Customers too. Loved it. And the food, forgetta bout it. We went with our kiddos and had half the menu. All of us trying each others food. All of it amazing. With that, we made a point to act like it was 80-90s era and didn't use our phones, so no pics. But if you want another way to know how amazing the food is, try and get a reservation last minute on a weekend. Better luck winning the lottery. That said, make the reservation pronto and enjoy.

    Worth it!! I have been dying to come to La Grotta for years and I made a reservation for the…read moreSaturday of Mother's Day weekend for my mom. Valet is complimentary which is great and they provide directions for how to get in to the restaurant. The hostess was super nice and our table just needed a few minutes to get cleaned off. Once seated, we settled on a good bottle of Malbec to drink which was delicious. For an appetizer, we got the mussels which were probably some of the best mussels I have ever had using the bread to soak up the sauce was divine. Truly delicious. For the pasta, I got the the tortelli de vitello which was so good. Some of us at the table also tried the shrimp linguine which was delicious and so fresh as well as the chicken parm which was MASSIVE and came with a great side of pasta. We also tried the little pasta shells/ears with sausage and broccolini and it was delish. Truly these dishes were stunning and cannot wait to have it again! To wrap up the dinner, we got some coffees and the tiramisu... Which was delicious and as stunning as everyone says. Overall, this meal was divine. The vibes of the restaurant really bring it up because it is so calm and classic and just such a great place for a lovely meal. 10/10

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    Restaurant sign inside
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    Ricotta Cheesecake with lemon zest
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    Mezza Luna

    Mezza Luna

    4.5
    (833 reviews)
    10.2 mi
    $$$

    Great neighborhood Italian place. The food is top notch. Ambience is nice but not fancy or trendy…read more All the dishes I've had there have been good, but my favorite is the good ol' chicken parm. Really big portion with the chicken pounded really thin and always cooked perfectly. I also love the focaccia and olive oil that's always included.

    This was a first impression visit- party of 8. I called for a reservation. Special occasion on a…read moresaturday night at 8PM. Located in a suite next to a package store. Free small parking lot in front. Free extra parking across the street. The total was about $150 for 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, 2 drinks, and a dessert. Pros The quiet, intimate, and classy atmosphere was exactly what I needed for my family. When we first arrived, our table was not ready and we had to wait outside. However we were given continuous updates on when the table would be ready, they apologized, and they were very understanding. Considering we were a large party in an intimate space, we understood and only waited about 20 minutes before the table was ready. You could tell the food was fresh, the orders came fast, and the service was amazing. The fresh in house pasta took everything to the next level. It was the perfect night out. Cons The establishment is intimate so I do not think it would ideal for extra large parties. I had a party of 8 at 8PM but I dont know if they could have accomodated us if it was any earlier during prime dinner time. I wish they had a better parking situation but its not bad and its free. Would I Recommend: Absolutely! I will be returning! No complaints. Follow me here on Yelp and @jessreviewss on Tik Tok/Instagram for more.

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    Baraonda

    Baraonda

    4.5
    (74 reviews)
    10.2 mi

    I had the chicken sandwich for lunch and it was awesome. Every element was just right. The basil…read morepesto mayo had a unique flavor. The chicken was nicely grilled with a perfect hint of char. On weekdays at lunch, parking is very easy right on front of the door. At busier times (i.e. dinner) you do need to read their website and follow the instructions.

    I loved going to the Baraonda when it was in Midtown, though I'm not sure if this location is the…read moreexact one, perhaps just a similar name or maybe they moved to Sandy Springs. Needless to say, we enjoyed our experience here for dinner. Husband and I came to celebrate my birthday - he was a bit upset they didn't offer anything for my birthday even though he notated it on the reservation, but I didn't really care for it as I don't like having the attention on me. This place is hard to miss as it's right on Roswell Rd. There is complimentary valet parking available, but there's also free parking at a deck just a few steps away from the restaurant entrance. We were greeted by the hostess as soon as we walked in and the restaurant was already very busy for a Saturday 6 pm dinner. Our server was fine, and the food was decent. I opted for the blackberry fiz mocktail, which was super sweet at first, but with a good mix, it was super refreshing. For starters, we shared the eggplant balls (a must get here!) and the bread service. The eggplant balls were definitely shareable and were probably our favorite thing we ate. The bread service you could probably skip - we wish it was served with vinegar instead of just oil and an olive tapenade. For entrees, I ordered one of the dinner specials, grilled branzino served with broccolini and potatoes. My husband ordered the ravioli. I really enjoyed the branzino, it was tender and the skin was cooked crispy. I loved that the broccolini was charred enough, but wish the potatoes were cooked a bit more. The capers added the needed saltiness to the dish, though I wish this was served with lemon or something to balance out the flavors. My husband enjoyed his ravioli but found it too heavy with the cream sauce. We thought this was a decent place for dinner, but nothing really stood out besides the eggplant balls.

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    This is the tasteful interior of the restaurant, where the bar is beyond, as is the entry
    This is the tasteful interior of the restaurant, where the bar is beyond, as is the entry
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    Sotto Sotto

    Sotto Sotto

    4.1
    (873 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$$

    Ooooh this place is a dream! The outdoor (enclosed) patio in the winter isn't just a last resort…read morereservation option, it should be your TOP destination. It's cozy, (plenty warm) and romantic! It was 32 degrees outside, but completely comfortably warm, inside. You truly wouldn't know you weren't inside. Any way, I've eaten my way through Inman Park but somehow hadn't yet indulged in the delectable Sotto Sotto. This might just be my new favorite Italian in Atlanta. It was absolutely delicious. Across the table (thanks to the half portion option), we tried at least 8 items on the menu! Each one was more special then the next. Our incredible server Kagen (sp?) walked us through each section of the menu absolutely perfectly. As a result we ended up ordering some of his favs from across the menu. In my photos you can see what we ordered, but my recommendation is to simply ask your server what they like and you'll undoubtably get something stellar. In a market of many, great Italian options, Sotto Sotto might just be the BEST and my new fav!!! I absolutely can't wait to return.

    Food:10/10 Ambiance:10/10…read moreService:-0/10 This place was amazing the food and atmosphere created an amazing experience for my group ,... However the server we had tonight was one of the worst experiences I've had especially for a place that is trying to sell an upscale dining environment he greeted the table by saying (after we asked how he was doing) "I'm doing f-ing horrible I'm tired and feel like sh*t we had such a busy night last night" he was not very knowledgeable about menu or drinks and his overall appearance gave very much unhygienic he also forgot to put in our food order so we waited double the time and said that since we already had appetizers and the other table did not have any food that we could wait to order food, also just assumed how someone in my group wanted there steak cooked so had to wait for that to be redone, he was all over the place and did not check in on us very often we needed things like refills or salt pepper etc. and went without because bad service I don't think he should have been working he obviously did not want to be there he also failed to mention that the kitchen was closing so we did not get to try the desserts. There were a couple of other things but don't want a 5 page review I cannot remember his name but a taller white guy with a messy bun and tired eyes. We still left a tip because that's what you do when you go out but if he treated his other tables like he did us I wouldn't be surprised if we were the only ones that tipped. I suggest not going on a busy night to get good service I guess. My group was 4 ppl 2 couples trying to enjoy a nice double date without the craziness of v-day next time we will celebrate days before. Will for sure be going back and hope you give them a try but if that's how the waiter greets himself please go ahead and ask for a different server!!!!

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    No. 246

    No. 246

    4.2
    (1.1k reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $$$

    Lives up to the hype. I have been dying to come here for ages and finally had the excuse to come…read morefor a friend's birthday. We had a big party and they were super accomodating which was already a plus for the restaurant. When we got there, they provide complimentary bread and tomato sauce which was delish. We also got some drunks and I opted for the tequila/aperol cocktail which was stunning. The waiter did say it was their most popular and for good reason! We also got some appetizers to start include the fried seafood which was yummy and the cheesy bread which was STUNNING! Imo, skip the pizza and get the cheesy bread. Cannot explain how good it is. Almost ruined my dinner. For my entree, I opted for the eggplant parm after many recs and I do fear its worth. You can add a side of pasta for $7 which is lowkey is a scam... but those were some delicious buttered noodles. This meal was stunning. No notes.

    No. 246 is a gem in downtown Decatur. What started as a solo dinner at the bar after a long day…read moreturned into a pleasant evening with the attention of the bar staff - particularly Linda! After expressing that I was open to any variety of dishes, in hopes of venturing out from my "usual" of chicken parmigiana, Linda made several very thoughtful recommendations. I enjoyed the light flavors of the Agnolotti pasta, and the richness of the Marsala chicken. I am personally not a huge fan of mushroom taste, but the dish was not mushroom forward at all and the Marsala sauce was perfect. I also tried the cannellini beans after both Linda and her counterparts insisted that it's the most underrated dish on the menu and there were absolutely correct! I could have eaten the beans as my main dish and been perfectly happy. I finished it all off with the tiramisu, which was the perfect balance of sweetness and a very authentic taste about it! Anyone who knows me personally knows that I don't eat leftovers, but I reheated my leftovers on the stove and it was just as great as the night before - making the dishes well worth their value! The restaurant has a very quiet and respectable ambiance. The bar is inviting, while the seating area offers both group or family style dinner tables or more intimate tables tucked away. I can't thank Linda enough for the hospitality and recommendations. I'll be back, sooner rather than later, to keep exploring the menu!

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    Full bar with plenty of seating
    Full bar with plenty of seating
    Complimentary Sourdough bread with a special tomato sauce
    Complimentary Sourdough bread with a special tomato sauce
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